Stoney Creek Environment Committee (SCEC) is a dedicated group of volunteers committed to protecting, preserving, and enhancing Burnaby’s urban forest and salmon bearing stream through various stream-keeping activities.

Over 130 years ago, the Brunette River basin consisted of forests, swamp and streams. The area supported a diversity of wildlife including bear and cougars, and abundant salmon and trout populations.

Changing land uses has resulted in the loss of many creeks and a reduction in wildlife populations. Despite the increasing pressure of urbanization, Stoney Creek which exists within the Brunette basin is one of the major fish-bearing creeks in Burnaby and an important oasis for wildlife.

The Stoney Creek Environment Committee (SCEC) was co-founded by Jennifer Atchison in 1994. At that time, Stoney Creek had undergone various modifications, driven largely by the development of the neighbourhood. On realizing that there were many different parties who had rights of way or other interests in the watershed, and noting a lack of discussion between them about the issues facing Stoney Creek, Jennifer called a meeting, and the SCEC was born.

 

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The Stoney Creek Environment Committee (SCEC)

SCEC is a registered non-profit society under BC Nature, dedicated to protecting, preserving and enhancing the natural habitat and wildlife of the Stoney Creek watershed.

The SCEC has been active since 1995, and for years was guided by the tireless efforts of Jennifer Atchison, whose energy and passion continue to inspire and drive the group’s activities today.

Our projects and partnerships bring together a community of volunteers to:

  • preserve Stoney Creek as a showcase of urban salmon-bearing streams,
  • maintain the water and habitat quality for both the fish and wildlife of the area,
  • raise public awareness of natural urban corridors and to bring people and nature together,
  • provide opportunities for environmental education in the outdoor classroom that is Stoney Creek,
  • promote partnership between the various stakeholders who are active in the area.

You can also find the SCEC hosting and attending community events such as the Great Salmon Send-Off and BC Rivers Day.

Friends of Stoney Creek

Streamkeeper Groups

Environmental Groups